Thai News Summary

Israel closes borders to all foreigners over Omicron
Israel is to close its borders to all foreigners later Sunday in a bid to stem the spread of the new Omicron variant of the coronavirus, authorities said. “The entry... The post Israel closes borders to all foreigners over Omicron
Published 56 minutes ago
Source: Thai PBS World
Has Prayut’s order as junta chief put Thailand on gold miner’s chopping block?
New developments in negotiations between the Thai government and mining company Kingsgate Consolidated have left the public worried that Thailand will either have to pay billions of baht in compensation... The post Has Prayut’s order as junta chief put Thailand
Published 1 hour ago
Source: Thai PBS World
Monkey business at Lopburi fruit festival
Their table manners were shocking, but the guests of honour at a special banquet in the central town of Lopburi on Sunday loved monkeying around.
Published 1 hour ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Long-time French expat and satirist deported and blacklisted by Thai authorities
A French expatriate, well known for his Tiktok political parodies of Thailand’s military junta, government and monarchy, was forced to fly back to France late last night after he was... The post Long-time French expat and satirist deported and blacklisted
Published 2 hours ago
Source: Thai PBS World
Most oppose legalising pornographic film production: poll
A majority of people are in total disagreement with a proposal for production of pornographic films to be legalised, according to a survey by the National Institute of Development Administration, or Nida Poll.
Published 3 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Majority "no" to legalising pornographic film production: Nida Poll
A majority of people are in total disagreement with a proposal for production of pornographic films to be legalised, according to a survey by the National Institute of Development Administration, or Nida Poll.
Published 3 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
U.S. issues ‘Do Not Travel’ advisory for eight African countries
WASHINGTON, Nov 27 (Reuters) – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and State Department on Saturday advised against travel to eight southern African countries after the White House announced new travel restrictions... The post U.S. issues 'Do Not Travel' advisory for eight
Published 3 hours ago
Source: Thai PBS World
RECAP: Thailand reports 5,854 daily Covid-19 infections with 30 additional deaths today
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- National – Thailand discovered a total of 5,854 daily Covid-19 infections with 30 additional deaths in the past 24 hours, the Center for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) reported today, November 28th. The fatalities were 16 men
Published 3 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
Airlines notified of Thailand’s restrictions on travellers from 8 African countries
The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has notified all airlines about the Thai government’s travel restrictions, including the entry ban on travellers from eight African countries now facing, or... The post Airlines notified of Thailand’s restrictions on travellers from
Published 4 hours ago
Source: Thai PBS World
Credit cards, personal loans leading type of debt among Thais: Suan Dusit Poll
Credit cards and personal loans are on top of the many types of debt which Thai people have to pay for while their daily life has been much affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a survey by Suan Dusit
Published 4 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Chonburi announces 205 new and confirmed cases of Covid-19 Coronavirus
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Highlights: 205 new confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Chonburi today 207 people recovered and were released from medical care no new deaths The Chonburi Department of Public Health announced 205 new and confirmed cases of Covid-19
Published 4 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
Laos hopes for economic boost from Chinese-built railway
A new $6 billion Chinese-built railway line opens in Laos this week, bringing hopes of an economic boost to the reclusive nation, but experts are questioning the benefits of a... The post Laos hopes for economic boost from Chinese-built railway
Published 5 hours ago
Source: Thai PBS World
Thailand imposes travel restrictions on arrivals from Africa
Bangkok, 28 November, 2021 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to provide an update on the new travel restrictions on arrivals from African countries as a precautionary measure to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus Omicron
Published 5 hours ago
Source: TAT Newsroom
Thailand – Sex change capital
Published 5 hours ago
Source: Thai PBS World
Three die after second jabs of Covid vaccines
SAMUT PRAKAN: Funerals for three people who died after receiving the second doses of Covid-19 vaccines were held at the same temple - Wat Nam Daeng in tambon Bang Kaew in Bang Phli district - of this Central province on
Published 5 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Thailand’s exclusion from global Democracy Summit ‘a warning sign’ to Prayut’s govt
Thailand is not among the 111 countries invited by US President Joe Biden to attend the “Summit for Democracy” he will host in early December. For government critics and opposition... The post Thailand’s exclusion from global Democracy Summit ‘a warning
Published 6 hours ago
Source: Thai PBS World
5,854 new Covid cases, 30 more deaths
Thailand logged 5,854 new Covid-19 cases and 30 more fatalities during the previous 24 hours, the Public Health Ministry announced on Sunday morning.
Published 7 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
5,854 new Covid cases, 30 new deaths
Thailand logged 5,854 new Covid-19 cases and 30 new fatalities during the previous 24 hours, the Public Health Ministry announced on Saturday morning.
Published 7 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Cambodian workers poised for return at checkpoints
Local Thai and Cambodian authorities are making preparations to reopen border checkpoints in Sa Kaeo province to enable the return of Cambodian workers and vendors to Thailand.
Published 11 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Princess leads Covid pill advance
A Chulabhorn Royal Academy (CRA) research team led by Her Royal Highness Princess Chulabhorn Krom Phra Srisavangavadhana has demonstrated two methods for synthesising molnupiravir for emergency use on Covid-19 patients, according to a source.
Published 11 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Frenchman faces deportation for Facebook posts
A 49-year-old Frenchman known for making fun of Thai politicians said yesterday he was denied re-entry when he landed in Phuket, and faces deportation.
Published 11 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Nigerians, Thais busted for cocaine ring with overseas links
Three Nigerians and Two Thais have been arrested on suspicion of involvement in transnational cocaine trafficking.
Published 11 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Bill seeks to abolish regime laws
A civic group-sponsored bill seeking to repeal 35 announcements and orders of the 2014 coup-makers is scheduled for its first reading in the House of Representatives on Wednesday.
Published 11 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Bill seeks to abolish regime laws
A civic group-sponsored bill seeking to repeal 35 announcements and orders of the 2014 coup-makers is scheduled for its first reading in the House of Representatives on Wednesday.
Published 11 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Travel ban on 8 nations tied to new variant
Thailand will ban travellers from eight southern African countries where a new Covid-19 strain was found.
Published 11 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Eight rescued in rough seas off Songkhla
Eight people were rescued and one went missing when their speedboat sank near Koh Nu off Songkhla province in strong seas yesterday morning, local officials said.
Published 11 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Historic Hua Lamphong station to take on new life under SRT development plans
The sound of a station bell faded while a train was about to leave its platform at Bangkok's Hua Lamphong station. Soon the bell will not be used while the century-old train station will become history when it is closed
Published 11 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Cops rescue teens lured to gambling dens
That police have repatriated an 18-year-old male and 16-year-old female who were apparently duped into working for an online gambling operation in Cambodia.
Published 11 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Blue Canyon Phuket Golf Championship Round 3 report, results: Chan and Kim seize lead
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Phuket, Thailand, November 27: Chinese-Taipei’s Chan Shih-chang put himself into position to win on the Asian Tour for the first time in five years after taking the third-round lead in the Blue Canyon Phuket Championship today along
Published 16 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
Two Nigerians and three Thais arrested in Bangkok for allegedly possessing cocaine worth more than a million baht
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Bangkok, Thailand – Two Nigerians and three Thais have been arrested in Bangkok, allegedly possessing cocaine worth more than a million baht. The Thai Crime Suppression Division Police reports they have arrested five drugs suspects who
Published 17 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
SRT promises public hearing over fate of Bangkok’s iconic Hua Lamphong railway station
The State Railway of Thailand (SRT), the national rail service operator, has given an assurance that it will not dismantle the decades-old Hua Lamphong rail terminal and will hold a... The post SRT promises public hearing over fate of Bangkok’s
Published 17 hours ago
Source: Thai PBS World
Lots of screws found on Si Racha road damaging vehicles’ tires and causing accidents
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Si Racha- Lots of screws which were found scattered on a road in Si Racha this week have damaged vehicles’ tire and casued accidents. Mr Nawaphon Chuangching, 27 a rescue worker said, “I was driving the
Published 19 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
Nigerians, Thais busted for cocaine ring
Three Nigerians and Two Thais have been arrested on suspicion of involvement in transnational cocaine trafficking.
Published 19 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Thai Covid-19 Center approves ATK tests to replace RT-PCR for international travelers from low-risk countries, effective mid December
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- National – Thailand’s Center for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has approved the use of ATK test kits for health screening among visitors traveling from 63 low-risk countries to replace the use of RT-PCR tests, effective on
Published 19 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
Frenchman faces deportation for Facebook posts
A 49-year-old Frenchman known for making fun of the Thai junta said on Saturday he was denied re-entry when he landed in Phuket and faces deportation.
Published 20 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Pro-institution group urges Thai government to expel Amnesty International Thailand, following its alleged political intervention
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Bangkok – A group of pro-institution activists arrived at the Government House earlier this week, November 25th, to demand the expelling of Amnesty International Thailand from the country. The representatives have submitted a letter addressing Prime
Published 20 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
Driver seriously injured after truck crashes into broken-down trailer truck on a Chonburi overpass
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Chonburi – A driver has sustained severe injuries after he crashed his truck into a broken-down trailer truck on an overpass in Mueang Chonburi. Emergency responders were notified of the accident on Wednesday (November 24th) on
Published 20 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
Woman held at airport with cocaine from Dubai
A 26-year-old Thai woman has been arrested at Suvarnabhumi airport for allegedly smuggling 4kg of cocaine worth about 12 million baht from Dubai.
Published 20 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Rare dolphin found dead in Chonburi sea
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Chonburi- A bottlenose dolphin was found dead in the sea in Mueang Chonburi earlier this week. Officials from the Marine and Coastal Resource 2 Chonburi team were notified of the dead dolphin on Thursday (November 25th)
Published 20 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
Two people die, young girl seriously injured after a pickup truck driver collides with a motorbike in the Pattaya area
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Banglamung – Two people have died while a young girl has sustained serious injuries after a pickup truck driver crashed into a motorbike in Banglamung early this morning (November 27th). Emergency responders were notified of the
Published 20 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
Aquatique District Pattaya mega project is planned to be developed on Pattaya Beach
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Pattaya – The Aquatique District Pattaya mega project is being planned to be developed in the Pattaya Beach area. TeeSuckHuaNon posted details on their Facebook page. The project is one of a group of a total
Published 20 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
Eight countries in South Africa will not be allowed to enter Thailand from December 1st due to Covid-19 Omicron variant concerns
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Thailand – Due to the concern of the new ‘Omicron’ Covid-19 variant, eight countries in South Africa are not allowed to enter Thailand from December 1st, 2021, until further notice, as announced by the Thailand Public
Published 21 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
Candidate dies a day before local election
The only candidate for chairman of a tambon administration in Prachuap Khiri Khan province has died, a day before the first local election in eight years takes place.
Published 21 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Thailand eases entry rules from 16 December 2021
Thailand’s Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) approved the easing of entry rules for international arrivals, including returning Thais and foreign residents, under all three schemes – TEST & GO, Sandbox Programme, and Quarantine – effective from 16 December, 2021.
Published 21 hours ago
Source: TAT Newsroom
Jobless pub worker and wife caught with tonne of ganja
NAKHON PHANOM: A former pub employee and his wife were arrested and more than one tonne of compressed marijuana seized from their vehicle on the bank of the Mekong River in That Phanom district late Friday night.
Published 23 hours ago
Source: Bangkok Post
RECAP: Thailand announces 6,073 new cases of Covid -19 and 32 additional deaths
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Thailand- Thailand reported 5,847 domestic cases of Covid-19 with 169 confirmed cases at prisons as well as 57 imported cases, marking a total of daily infections, with 32  additional deaths in the past 24 hours. This
Published 23 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
Blue Canyon Phuket Golf Championship Round 2 report, results: Sadom shines on day two
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Phuket, Thailand, November 26: Thailand’s in-form young star Sadom Kaewkanjana equaled Australian Greg Norman’s course record on the Canyon Course at Blue Canyon Country Club today with an imperious eight-under-par 64, and although it could not be
Published 23 hours ago
Source: Pattaya News
Thailand bans arrivals from 8 African countries as a precaution against new COVID-19 variant Omicron
The Thai government has imposed a total ban on arrivals from eight African countries, effective today (Saturday), and those who already have permission to enter the country will be subject... The post Thailand bans arrivals from 8 African countries as
Published 23 hours ago
Source: Thai PBS World
A brief video look of last nights fireworks show in Pattaya
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Enjoy the fireworks, no commentary. Facebook Notice for EU! You need to login to view and post FB Comments! A brief video look of last nights fireworks show in Pattaya -=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=- The Pattaya News - Real.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Pattaya News
Flowers for every feeling
After months of being unusually quiet, Bangkok’s biggest flower market Pak Khlong Talad is ready to welcome shoppers today, Saturday, with a flower installation called “Form of Feeling @ Flower... The post Flowers for every feeling first appeared on Thai
Published 1 day ago
Source: Thai PBS World
Chonburi announces 200 new and confirmed cases of Covid-19 and 2 new deaths
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Highlights: 200 new confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Chonburi today 158 people recovered and were released from medical care 2 new deaths The Chonburi Department of Public Health announced 200 new and confirmed cases of Covid-19
Published 1 day ago
Source: Pattaya News
Thailand bans travel from 8 African countries
Thailand on Saturday said it would ban entry of people travelling from eight African countries it designated as high-risk for the new omicron variant, a senior health official said.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Video news: Pattaya Police warn about alcohol and illegally opening bars
The Pattaya News -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- The following is video news. Video news: Pattaya Police warn about alcohol and illegally opening bars -=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=- The Pattaya News - Real. Unbiased. Impactful. In the moment.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Pattaya News
Eight rescued, one missing after boat sinks off Songkhla
SONGKHLA: One person is missing and eight others were rescued when a speedboat carrying a team of divers capsized off Koh Noo, about one kilometre from Laem Samila beach, in Muang district on Saturday morning.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Reward offered for information on shooting of SAO election candidate in Nakhon Si Thammarat
A 50,000 baht reward has been offered to anyone who can provide information leading to the arrests of the two perpetrators of the shooting on Friday of a candidate in... The post Reward offered for information on shooting of SAO
Published 1 day ago
Source: Thai PBS World
You have the power within yourself – Busayapa Srisompong
TW: domestic violence, victim-blaming, manipulation “Every time you say something against the status quo, call out against the abuse of power, against the people who are privileged and don’t want... The post You have the power within yourself - Busayapa
Published 1 day ago
Source: Thai PBS World
Witness says ranger went berserk before stabbing colleague
KANCHANABURI: A witness in an attack involving two forest rangers in a deep forest in Thong Pha Phum district told police that the attacker went berserk and suddenly used a knife to stab a colleague on Thursday before fatally shooting
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Witness says forest ranger went berserk before stabbing colleague in deep forest
KANCHANABURI: A witness in an attack involving two forest rangers in a deep forest in Thong Pha Phum district told police that the attacker went berserk and suddenly used a knife to stab a colleague on Thursday before fatally shooting
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
What’s at stake in Thailand’s nationwide local elections on Sunday
The first nationwide elections of all 5,300 sub-district administrative organizations (SAO) since the 2014 military coup take place this Sunday (Nov 28). This will be the first election in eight... The post What’s at stake in Thailand’s nationwide local elections
Published 1 day ago
Source: Thai PBS World
Govt to file poll-tweak drafts soon
The coalition government is expected to submit draft amendments to two organic laws related to the election system for parliamentary scrutiny late next month.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
New Covid alarm sounds
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has warned Thais to avoid travelling to countries where a new Covid-19 variant first detected in South Africa has been found.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
6,073 new Covid cases, 32 new deaths
Thailand logged 6,073 new Covid-19 cases and 64 new fatalities during the previous 24 hours, the Public Health Ministry announced on Saturday morning.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Govt to file poll-tweak drafts soon
The coalition government is expected to submit draft amendments to two organic laws related to the election system for parliamentary scrutiny late next month.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Court denies bail to alleged pageant rapist
The Thanyaburi Provincial Court yesterday denied bail to a 38-year-old photographer arrested and charged in Pathum Thani on Thursday with raping contestants taking part in the Miss Universe Thailand 2021 beauty pageant.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Korat campaigns to go cashless
Nakhon Ratchasima: A "Korat Smart City" campaign has been rolled out to promote a cashless society in the northeastern province.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
PM orders Amnesty law breach probe
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said yesterday he has ordered a probe into Amnesty International Thailand to determine if the human rights watchdog is operating in compliance with Thai law.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Cops quell latest speculation that 'Boss' is in Austria
The Royal Thai Police (RTP) yesterday came out to quell media speculation that Red Bull scion Vorayuth "Boss" Yoovidhya was in Austria.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
Nightlife industry closed until Jan 16
Night entertainment venues will not be allowed to open before Jan 16 as the government has extended the emergency decree for another two months, the Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) confirmed yesterday.
Published 1 day ago
Source: Bangkok Post
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